Events

As countries prepare for COP31 in 2026, the ocean is gaining increasing prominence on the global climate agenda. Healthy and resilient oceans are fundamental to life on Earth, sustaining biodiversity, supporting food security and livelihoods, underpinning cultural values and human well-being, and contributing to economic development for communities around the world. At the same time, the ocean plays a critical […]

The global energy transition is entering a new phase in which falling technology costs, supportive policies and expanding markets increasingly reinforce one another, creating positive tipping points that can accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels. Renewable electricity, battery storage and electric mobility have reached, or are approaching, thresholds at which deployment becomes increasingly self-reinforcing, while these dynamics are beginning […]

The Global ESCO Network’s Third International ESCO Symposium brings together ESCOs, energy efficiency professionals, policymakers, industry leaders, financiers and energy experts, highlighting the critical role of ESCOs in accelerating the transition toward a low-carbon and energy-efficient future. Through a series of presentations, panels, and discussions, the symposium will address the latest trends, regulatory frameworks, financing strategies, and success stories in the […]

Over four years, the Smart Energy Solutions for Africa (SESA) project brought together partners and entrepreneurs to develop, test, and strengthen sustainable energy solutions in different African contexts. Although the project officially concluded in October 2025, the experiences and knowledge generated through this collaboration remain highly relevant. This webinar will include an open panel discussion exploring the experiences, opportunities and […]

Sustainable development is not an ancillary benefit of Article 6 cooperation but a core requirement. Under the Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism (PACM), every mitigation activity must apply the Article 6.4 Sustainable Development Tool, which covers both the environmental and social safeguards that operationalize the ‘do no harm’ principle and the assessment of contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals. While the […]

As at August 20, 137 Parties to the Paris Agreement have submitted their Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs), marking an important step in the implementation of the Enhanced Transparency Framework. Many of these reports include dedicated chapters on adaptation, demonstrating the growing importance of reporting on efforts to reduce vulnerability and strengthen resilience to climate change. As countries complete their first […]

Climate-related loss and damage is increasingly reshaping development pathways, livelihoods, ecosystems, health, culture and well-being across countries. While international arrangements on loss and damage have expanded rapidly—including the Warsaw International Mechanism, Santiago Network and Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage—effective action ultimately depends on how countries organize responsibilities, data, finance, participation and implementation across national, sub-national and local levels. […]

The NDC Tracking and Corresponding Adjustment Tool (NDC-CAT) is an Excel-based tool designed to support Parties in tracking progress made in implementing and achieving their NDCs, accounting under Article 6, and reporting through Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs) under the Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF). It provides a structured, step-by-step approach for integrating NDC information, data on anthropogenic GHG emissions and removals, […]

The Pacific symposium on loss and damage: Understanding non-economic losses. data, policy and capacity for action will bring together stakeholders from across the Pacific to exchange knowledge, evidence, tools and practical approaches for understanding and addressing non-economic losses and damages. It will explore methodologies for measuring, monitoring and valuing non-economic losses, while examining how stronger data, policy coherence and institutional […]

UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre will be actively engaged during the UNFCCC Climate Week in Baku, Azerbaijan , contributing to a range of side events, workshops, and dialogues across key thematic areas including carbon markets, NDC implementation, climate transparency, and climate technology. Join us throughout the session to exchange insights, showcase practical tools, and explore pathways to accelerate climate action. Event […]